Nikodem

A slightly more approachable take on Nicodemus that boasts the very-cool nickname Niko, Nikodem is ultimately the Polish variation of Ancient Greek name Nikodemos. A Biblical choice, it was borne by one of the men who helped to entomb Jesus following his crucifixion.

With its strong and uplifting meaning, it is a popular choice in its native Poland where it made #1 in 2025. It is also familiar in the Netherlands and England and Wales where it ranked in the Top 400 in recent counts.

Pronounced nik-oh-DEM.

As of October 2026, Nikodem ranked #5538 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5163 in 2022.